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Mint
11 hours ago
- Mint
5 CPU and GPU combos for 4K gaming in 2025: Power without bottlenecks
If you're building a rig for 4K gaming in 2025, raw specs alone won't cut it. You need the right CPU and GPU pairing to avoid bottlenecks that waste performance and money. Your aim can be cinematic visuals at max settings or high-refresh 4K for competitive play. Irrespective of that, here are five CPU-GPU combos that actually make sense. At 4K, your GPU does the heavy lifting, but skimp on the CPU, and you'll still run into stutters in open-world and CPU-heavy titles. The 2025 baseline? CPUs with large L3 cache (like AMD's 3D V-Cache), GPUs with 16 GB+ VRAM, and support for DLSS 4 or Frame Generation. Every combo below is built for real-world results, not just synthetic scores. CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (16C/32T, 128 MB 3D V-Cache) GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5090 (32 GB VRAM, DLSS 4, Frame Gen) Why it works: Zero bottlenecks, maxed settings across all modern titles. Best future-proof combo right now. Average FPS @ 4K: 100–120+ Price (approx): ₹ 2,10,000– ₹ 2,30,000 CPU: Intel Core i9-14900KS (24C/32T, 6.2GHz boost) GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4090 (24 GB VRAM) Why it works: Handles gaming and workstation loads. Ideal for creators who game at 4K. Price (approx): ₹ 1,85,000– ₹ 2,10,000 CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (8C/16T, 104 MB cache) GPU: RTX 4080 SUPER (16 GB VRAM) Why it works: Excellent gaming performance for the price. Cache-heavy CPU shines in most titles. Price (approx): ₹ 1,20,000– ₹ 1,40,000 CPU: Intel Core i7-14700K (20C/28T, 5.6GHz boost) GPU: RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB VRAM) Why it works: Efficient combo for AAA titles at 4K with respectable headroom. Price (approx): ₹ 1,00,000– ₹ 1,20,000 CPU: Ryzen 9 9900X3D (12C/24T, 96MB cache) GPU: Radeon RX 8900 XTX (24GB VRAM) Why it works: Great for open-world and AMD-optimized titles. All-AMD setup with strong value. Price (approx): ₹ 1,20,000– ₹ 1,40,000 Game types: FPS and esports titles benefit from high frame rates; story-driven and open-world games gain more from cache and core count. Display: Match these with a 120Hz or 144Hz 4K panel for fluidity and zero tearing. Platform features: PCIe 5.0, DDR5, and AI upscaling (DLSS/FSR) are non-negotiable for longevity. Cooling and PSU: Use at least a 240mm AIO or premium air cooler. PSUs should be 850W+ (1000W for high-end combos). Getting 4K right means pairing power with balance. A great CPU and GPU combo makes all the difference, but so do updated BIOS, clean drivers, and decent airflow. Pro tip: don't overspend for the flex. Build around your actual needs, and your setup will age gracefully without leaving performance on the table.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I've been waiting for this: Nvidia RTX 5080, 5070 Ti and 5070 SUPER could finally fix the biggest flaw — not enough VRAM
One common complaint about Nvidia's RTX 50-series GPUs amongst PC gamers has been the amount of video memory (VRAM) for what you pay. DLSS 4 and neural rendering help lighten the load, but demanding AAA titles can still push systems to their limits quickly. But it seems as if Team Green has a plan for this, as according to Kopite7kimi on X (who has been largely reliable with rumors), an RTX 5080 SUPER, 5070 Ti SUPER and 5070 SUPER are in the works. Let's talk about them. GPU RTX 5080 SUPER RTX 5080 RTX 5070 Ti SUPER RTX 5070 Ti RTX 5070 SUPER RTX 5070 CUDA Cores 10752 10752 8960 8960 6400 6144 Video Memory 24GB GDDR7 16GB GDDR7 24GB GDDR7 16GB GDDR7 18GB GDDR7 12GB GDDR7 TGP 415 Watts 360 Watts 350 Watts 300 Watts 275 Watts 250 Watts Elements like ray tracing cores, wattage and clock speed may be important in the mix of a GPU. But VRAM is one of the more crucial elements of a good graphics card. Cyberpunk 2077 with Path Tracing in overdrive mode can push 16GB' Alan Wake 2 can go north of 12GB; and don't even get me started on Indiana Jones. On top of that, higher resolutions will up that demand, too, and with 4K gaming quickly becoming the thing, you need much more headroom. And that 12GB limit on the 5070 was one of my big gripes in my Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 review. To up all these cards by 8GB is going to assure more capabilities to withstand the consistently growing VRAM demands of AAA titles. But the big questions are always going to be price and release date. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Historically, the SUPER updates have either been given the same MSRP as their originals, or have actually been around $150 cheaper. However, it seems like MSRP is just pure fiction. Unless stock issues change and the general tariff-fueled landscape alters dramatically, I have to use common sense and predict that trend will continue. I'd love to be pleasantly surprised though! As for when they launch, looking back, SUPERs usually launch around 9-12 months after the normal models. This could mean a possible CES 2026 launch in January, but given we're already seeing possible specs from a reliable leaker, it could happen slightly sooner. We don't know for sure, but keep an eye on Tom's Guide for the latest on these new GPUs as it happens!
Tom's Guide
5 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I just played Marvel Rivals on an RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop — and it reached a shockingly high 320 fps
I recently reviewed the HP Omen Max 16 and Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop and was floored by their gaming performance. These machines have Nvidia RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 mobile GPUs (respectively), so I expected astonishing gaming performance. The question I had was, how well would the best gaming laptops with RTX 5070 Ti or lower fare? I recently met with Nvidia and got to check out the new Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 and HP Omen Transcend 14, which pack RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5070 GPUs (respectively). These are refreshed models of the ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) and Omen Transcend 14, which are fantastic gaming laptops in their own right. Asus and HP's latest machines offer great performance thanks to their updated components, particularly their RTX 50-series GPUs. Though my time with these laptops was brief, I got a good sense of what their GPUs can dish out. Seeing the incredible frame rates each generated served as further proof that DLSS 4 is the secret weapon for gaming laptops. Editor's note: I got to try these laptops under Nvidia's conditions. We'll have full reviews of these laptops, complete with our usual slew of performance benchmarks, soon. The new Asus Zephyrus G14 (2025) shares the same design as its predecessor but packs the latest components. This includes an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX CPU, and Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU, 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. This is an excellent gaming laptop with a design that fits with any environment, be it a gaming den or an office. I got to check out Marvel Rivals on the ROG Zephyrus G14 and FCB: Firebreak on the Omen Transcend 14. Like I said, I didn't go super in-depth with either, but I had enough time to see what DLSS 4 could do for the games' performance. Needless to say, I was astonished. On the RTX 5070 Ti-powered ROG Zephyrus G14, Marvel Rivals ran at around 300 to 320 frames per second with DLSS 4 x4 enabled. Interestingly enough, the frame rate dropped to about 120 fps when I unplugged the machine. Frame rate always suffers when you unplug a gaming laptop, but with DLSS 4 turned on, you won't always have to suffer playing at something like 30 fps. FCB: Firebreak on the Omen Transcend 14 with its RTX 5070 GPU also saw great performance with a smooth 70 fps. Sure, that's nowhere near the lofty 320 fps I saw on Asus' machine, but keep in mind this is a more graphically demanding game running on a system with a less powerful GPU. I don't know about you, but I'm not going to complain that a game is only running at 70 fps. The Omen Transcend 14 is the first RTX 5070 gaming laptop I've checked out, and I have to say it left a good first impression. Granted, that's not difficult since its predecessor is one of my favorite gaming laptops that I would buy with my own money. I'm eager to see how well this machine can handle other graphically demanding games, like Cyberpunk 2077. My colleague Darragh Murphy recently tested Doom: The Dark Ages on the MSI Steam A16 AI+, packing an RTX 5070 Ti GPU and 32GB of RAM. At 1600p resolution and DLSS enabled, he got the game to run at 87 fps, which is already pretty darn good. With DLSS 4 enabled, the fps jumped to an incredible 207. Doom: The Dark Ages is a very well-optimized game, so I'm not surprised to see such incredible performance. But just as I experienced when I tested the game on more powerful gaming laptops, you'll see a huge performance boost when you turn on DLSS 4. The new HP Omen Transcend 14 is a gaming laptop that doesn't look the part. It features a 14-inch 120Hz OLED panel, an Intel Core Ultra 9-285H CPU, 32GB of RAM, 1TB of SSD storage, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 GPU. I've said this before, but if you own a gaming laptop with an RTX 50 series card, there's little reason not to enable DLSS 4. While this frame-generating tech does introduce some latency, you probably won't notice it unless you're a professional gamer. For everyone else who mostly plays single-player titles, DLSS 4 is a fantastic feature that can help lower-end gaming laptops punch well above their weight class. My latest experience with RTX 50-series laptops only reinforces my already positive view of DLSS 4.
Web Release
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Web Release
NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation coming to Strinova, Diablo IV and Eternal Strands
This week, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation is multiplying performance in Eternal Strands and Strinova. Monster Energy Supercross 25 – The Official Video Game is introducing support for DLSS Super Resolution. In Eternal Strands , the debut fantasy action-adventure title from Yellow Brick Games, gamers play the role of Brynn, who takes down giant, climbable creatures. At launch, Eternal Strands featured support for DLSS Super Resolution, DLSS Frame Generation, DLAA, and NVIDIA Reflex, giving GeForce RTX gamers a great day-zero experience. With the NVIDIA app , GeForce RTX gamers can upgrade to DLSS Super Resolution and the newest transformer AI model, further enhancing image quality. A new update also adds native support for DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, enabling GeForce RTX 50 Series gamers to multiply frame rates. Launching on July 1, Diablo IV Season 9: Sins of the Horadrim will introduce hidden Horadric Strongrooms deep within Nightmare Dungeons, concealing Blood Relics corrupted by Astaroth's influence. Players harness ancient Horadric magic to craft custom Horadric Spells, forge powerful jewels, and face a reimagined Astaroth encounter. The update adds native DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation support for Diablo IV, a feature previously enabled through the NVIDIA app . iDreamSky's Strinova is a free-to-play, constantly evolving anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Players can switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game. The game also offers a unique tactical shooting system and a range of characters with match-changing abilities, playable across multiple maps and modes. A new seasonal update launching June 25 will add DLSS to Strinova. GeForce RTX 50 Series gamers can multiply frame rates using DLSS Multi Frame Generation, GeForce RTX 40 Series owners can boost frame rates with DLSS Frame Generation, and all GeForce RTX gamers can activate DLSS Super Resolution to accelerate performance.
Mint
25-06-2025
- Mint
Nvidia reveals RTX 5050 GPU: Affordable next gen graphics card for budget gamers
Nvidia has officially revealed the GeForce RTX 5050 GPU for laptops and desktops. This new entry-level card is designed for the budget-conscious gamers and creators who want the latest features without spending a fortune. The desktop variant of the RTX 5050 is expected to be available in July 2025, with a starting price of $249. Laptop variants are already available with Asus, MSI and more. Ray tracing and DLSS 4: The RTX 5050 supports full ray tracing, DLSS 4 with multi-frame generation and Nvidia Reflex. This makes the card suitable for both single-player AAA titles and fast-paced esports titles. Gaming: The GPU delivers more than 150 fps with DLSS 4 on modern titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Doom: The Dark Ages, Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2 and more. This is a significant improvement over the RTX 3050. AI performance: The card supports up to 421 TOPS, which is about six times more than the performance of the RTX 3050. Display support: The card supports up to a 4K display at 480Hz or 8K at 165Hz with DSC and supports up to 4 displays. Efficiency: The laptop version of the RTX 5050 comes with GDDR7 memory, which is up to twice as efficient as GDDR6 memory. This helps in reducing the size and thickness of gaming laptops. Buy the RTX 5050 GPU if you are looking for an affordable option for your new gaming PC. If you are a casual gamer and 1080p gaming is perfect for you, then go for this card. And anyone who is looking for an upgrade over RTX 20 or 30 series video cards, the RTX 5050 can offer a significant performance boost. The desktop variant of the RTX 5050 GPU will be available in mid-July and the price will start from $249 ( ₹ 21,300 approx). The card will be available through partners like Asus, Gigabyte and more. Gaming laptops equipped with the RTX 5050 are available in India from Asus, MSI and more.
